The Last of Us Part II

 PlayStation 4
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5.8

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  1. MaverickMeta
    Jul 24, 2020
    0
    Awful game. F any game that push on your throat identity politics.
    And uhhmm metacritic wants for me to write again my review and I'm not feeling like doing so.
    F naughty Dog and major F for The Last Of Us 2
  2. Favoring
    Sep 15, 2020
    0
    Una porquería de juego, arruinaron toda la saga con una historia simple y cliché, no tiene nada interesante como lo tuvo la primera parte.
  3. FabiCracker
    Sep 15, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Daré una opinión completamente objetiva del juego, el juego es buenísimo y malísimo a la vez , depende de lo que esperas y lo que buscas en el juego, por mi parte puedo decir que si, efectivamente la historia esta muy mal dirigida, guión horrible, el final deja mucho que desear y ese giro al principio de la historia es sinceramente perjudicial para todos los fans de the last of us, como es posible que a Druckmann se le haya ocurrido matar a según mi opinión el mejor personaje de the last of us, simplemente inconcebible, hubiera preferido que Joel tuviera una muerte mas digna, pero dejando de lado la historia, el juego es simplemente muy innovador en todos los aspectos, los gráficos son una completa obra de arte, la banda sonora es una completa obra de arte nada más ni nada menos que por el maestro Gustavo Santaolalla, la jugabilidad es un poco parecida a el juego anterior, pero sin duda se disfruta bastante, le doy un 5 a este juego ya que la historia me parece un elemento sumamente importante que la verdad fue desperdiciado, pero gráficos, jugabilidad, y sobre todo banda sonora son simplemente impresionantes, impresionantes un buen juego que resulta ser arruinado por su malísima Historia, una pena.muerte… Expand
  4. Dex-star
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    El jugo se desarrolla de una exelente manera mostrando más de un ángulo de este ambiente apocalíptico al jugador. Con un final que no agrada mucho más si muestra un crecimiento en el personaje.
  5. laloACw2809
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Graphically it is amazing, the soundtrack went unnoticed, the landscapes are beautiful, now as far as the campaign I must say that a new story will always come accompanied by controversy, happened with Star Wars VII and many other films, this causes some to get carried away by the opinion of the majority or by those they follow, without even giving a chance to what an author offers us , IGraphically it is amazing, the soundtrack went unnoticed, the landscapes are beautiful, now as far as the campaign I must say that a new story will always come accompanied by controversy, happened with Star Wars VII and many other films, this causes some to get carried away by the opinion of the majority or by those they follow, without even giving a chance to what an author offers us , I recommend that you do not judge a book by its cover and if you want to see a REAL game rating best you go to the PlayStation store itself and the game discussion forums where more mature players have already completed it and they give a truly objective opinion of this video game.… Expand
  6. mitcher78
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    One of the best games ever. Please do a favor to yourself and ignore all the absurd critics of fanatic people, half PlayStation haters half intolerants, that haven't even played the game. Poor fools.
  7. Joeltlou2
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Best game ever. direction dubbing everything is perfect. This game defeats any criticism. It is an absolute monumental masterpiece. there is little to say and little to do. point..................
  8. yareyarebatche
    Sep 15, 2020
    0
    Gameplay: it's wonderful - 9/10
    Graphics: damn perfect - 10/10
    Storyline: they screwed up. I can't describe my disappointment. It's just trash. Unnecessary deaths, all is just forced... it's like a Netflix game. Spare your wallet, it's not worth it. -1/10
  9. MuradR9
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Great gameplay. Great graphics. Great story. Naughty Dog have done it yet again. Can’t believe I let the leaks get to me because the final act completely made sense. Game of the year.
  10. DaleGoneWIld
    Sep 15, 2020
    3
    I want to preface this by saying I am indifferent to the narrative that this game is pushing some sort of message. I don't care about that at all. I've played this game all the way through and want to put out my opinion.

    Its clear to me a lot of talent went in to making this. The visuals and animations are top notch. The voice acting and sound design is great. This is where the game    I want to preface this by saying I am indifferent to the narrative that this game is pushing some sort of message. I don't care about that at all. I've played this game all the way through and want to put out my opinion.

    Its clear to me a lot of talent went in to making this. The visuals and animations are top notch. The voice acting and sound design is great. This is where the game earned its 3 points for me. But the gameplay is forgettable at best. Still none of those elements are the reason you play Last of Us. You play, for better or worse, for the story. I think all those elements would have been better served by watching a collection of the cinematics, which you could experience for free on Youtube. I do not see any value in playing this game.

    So what do I think of the story? The story is a collection of plot devices loosely tied together with poorly written dialogue from mostly new unlikable characters. All the while making previously established likable characters into unlikable characters. The plot points, though controversial, aren't the problem. Its the execution. Its everything in between. Thinking back on the first game the only really interesting plot point comes at the end with Joel deciding to save Ellie. The rest of the game is just a road trip and a cure for the zombie apocalypse. Nothing particularly exciting or groundbreaking by itself. Its the moments in between -the character interactions- that makes the Last of Us 1's story so great. And those little moments fail here. This fails at the most critical level where the first game succeeded.

    My recommendation? Don't be like me. Don't waste the 60 dollars. Watch it on Youtube for free and be disappointed for free.    … Expand
  11. kalamastruja
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Is a game fantastic totally worth it for the playability and gaming experience
  12. MisuundrstoodX2
    Sep 15, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Save your money this game is not worth the wait or the time it ask of you in 25 hours of play time. Characters from the first game are disrespected and mishandle. If you want to see characters that you once loved and cared for be destroyed and written like idiots then this game is for you.… Expand
  13. henriyouu
    Sep 15, 2020
    9
    don't listen to the salty review bombers. this is a solid game with a lot of depth. play through it before jumping to conclusions.

    visual: 10/10 audio: 10/10 gameplay: 9/10 narrative: 8.5/10 challenge: 9/10 replayability: 7/10 value: 9/10 personal grade: 9/10 was it scary? at times +0.5 total score: 9/10 buy at full price, sale, never: full hours spent on the game: 40 hours    don't listen to the salty review bombers. this is a solid game with a lot of depth. play through it before jumping to conclusions.

    visual: 10/10
    audio: 10/10
    gameplay: 9/10
    narrative: 8.5/10
    challenge: 9/10
    replayability: 7/10
    value: 9/10
    personal grade: 9/10
    was it scary? at times +0.5
    total score: 9/10
    buy at full price, sale, never: full
    hours spent on the game: 40 hours (and counting)
    platinumed? yes (grounded mode in progress)    … Expand
  14. Ramiro7273
    Sep 15, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Aquí vi a muchas personas que se quejan de la muerte de joel, que dicen que quieren dejar a Ellie como una villana y que es horrible controlar a Abby, "la malvada monstruo que mató al protagonista de la anterior entrega". No, Abby no es un monstruo y Ellie tampoco y esto es lo que nos quiere mostrar el juego. No hay malos ni buenos, cada uno tiene su razón de porque hace algo. Abby mato a Joel porque este evito que se hiciera una cura y mató a su padre, Joel mató al padre de Abby y evitó que se creara una cura para salvar a Ellie, la única persona que logros llenar el vacío que le dejó la muerte de su hija, y Ellie trató de matar a Abby para vengar la muerte de Joel.
    Creo que ya es hora de dejar de llorar por la muerte de Joel y por la no muerte de Abby y analizar la historia de este juego como la obra de arte que es. Entiendan, Joel no era un buen tipo, hizo cosas horribles, su muerte fue como la de cualquier persona de su mundo y eso es joel, una persona más de un Apocalíptico mundo, no merece ni más ni menos por ser su historia la que se relata en The last of us    … Expand
  15. Vorpaljor
    Sep 15, 2020
    0
    This game is a masterpiece. Great graphics and OSTs! It could have a better storyline and characters. Overall it is a good game for all fans.
  16. Killerclown5228
    Sep 15, 2020
    0
    The last of us two destroyed everything good about the previous game in terms of story. Neil **** and retard dog disrespected Joel, Ellie and Tommy they deserved better than what they got. Abby is a terrible an unlikable character the story of the game is and this is putting it nicely complete and absolute worthless trash no one should ever buy this game it’s filth The only thing goodThe last of us two destroyed everything good about the previous game in terms of story. Neil **** and retard dog disrespected Joel, Ellie and Tommy they deserved better than what they got. Abby is a terrible an unlikable character the story of the game is and this is putting it nicely complete and absolute worthless trash no one should ever buy this game it’s filth The only thing good about the game is the combat is slightly better than the first and the graphics are good other than that this game is ****… Expand
  17. pedethomas
    Sep 15, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm baffled by the review bombing of this game. Even if one does not like the story, and I do have a few gripes with that compared to TLOU 1, this still is top-notch graphics, great gameplay, and sound.

    I absolutely loved the first game, which is my favorite game ever, and technically this is far superior. Where this does have some issues for me is with the story. I felt a serious gut punch when Joel died, but it makes sense to me in this world that he had it coming. Even if we know him as a protective father figure, to a lot of other people he's a mad killer. I disliked the pacing of the game, the Abby parts felt a bit too contrived and long, but overall still resonated with me for the most part.

    Hating this game for having a tiny bit of LGBT content seems crazy, just like hating it for killing off a loved character seems weird to me, hating the story is fair, but hating everything else about the game makes no sense to me. This is not as good as the first game but it's still a great experience with great gameplay, even if the pacing is a bit off.    … Expand
  18. ellahardy98
    Sep 15, 2020
    2
    So disappointing in comparison to the original. Don't waste your time or money and choose to let the story end with the first game.
  19. Slashthought
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The way TLoU goes on with story is slow and perfect, suddenly you find yourself in a emotional condition in which you can't choose between right and wrong. Maybe there is no right in this world. I haven't seen anything this powerful to show how vain vengeance is. The gameplay is outstanding for sure,it's variety it's positions and it's atmosphere, everything. The only problem I have is how cruel the writers are… Expand
  20. jcgonzmo
    Sep 15, 2020
    8
    NO SPOILERS
    1) I dislike the storyline. It is all over there place trying to fit a social agenda plus shock value.
    2) Gameplay is tight
    3) Graphics and sound are amazing
  21. smb111
    Sep 15, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Part II was a beautiful game, and well done. The graphics were definitely impressive, and the imagination that went into the development of the scenery and the world building was top-notch. Gameplay improved from the first one (Part 1 was a 10 for me, although it's gameplay mechanics could be repetitive at times), but I dropped this sequel down two points simply for the story. It wasn't horrible, by any means, like so many of the leaks and distressed "fans" of Naughty Dog have been saying. It still sucked me into the world, and I cared about the characters, some of which met terrible ends (and rightfully so, in a cruel world, zombie apocalypse story). But the new game, while impressive and absolutely incredible in some ways, missed out on some of the originality, and the human connection between Joel and Ellie (and other characters), that made it hard to live up to the first. For me personally, I hold story over gameplay, so while this one improved in those areas, it got a slightly lower rating because the story wasn't QUITE as magical as the first. But I wasn't expecting it to be. That's a hard ask of any sequel of a 10 star masterpiece. But they were close, and improved in many ways, and continued to invest their heart into the making of this game, like they had in the first. Bravo, Naughty Dog. I ignored all the negative hype, and truly enjoyed the game. It even tug at my heartstrings a few times.

    Additionally, and not that I care much, but it's worth mentioning for those considering to play: the zero (0) through five (5) review scores seem ridiculous to me, considering the work and execution of this game. I could see emotions dropping the scores quite a bit, maybe as low as 6 or 7 if your feelings were really hurt, or it just didn't "do it" for you. This game is no 3. But to each their own. If you haven't played it yet, I suggest you do. It's certainly not the first game, but it is outstanding none-the-less in it's own right. The few friends I have who also played couldn't even talk about it for a few days after we finished the game. That sort of impact and shock is hard to obtain in a video game, and Naughty Dog did it. Afterward, we talked about how immersive it was, and how shocking some of the moments were, even with some of the "leaks" and spoilers that had tried to ruin it for us. Ignore the negative hype and give it a shot. Or don't. But if you skip this one, you're missing out.    … Expand
  22. daikengo
    Sep 15, 2020
    9
    보스전이 너무 쓰레기같고 스테이지 하나하나가 지나치게 긴 것만 빼면 약점이 없는 게임. 언차티드와 라오어의 시스템을 융합한 액션 시스템은 너티독 스타일의 정수라 할만하며, 빼어난 그래픽은 말할 것도 없다. 하지만 이 게임의 최대 매력은 역시 절망과 증오 너머의 인간애를 그려낸 스토리이다. 사람에 따라 취향이 갈리는 건 어쩔 수 없다고 생각하지만, 여러모로 이 시대에 필요한 게임이었다고 생각.보스전이 너무 쓰레기같고 스테이지 하나하나가 지나치게 긴 것만 빼면 약점이 없는 게임. 언차티드와 라오어의 시스템을 융합한 액션 시스템은 너티독 스타일의 정수라 할만하며, 빼어난 그래픽은 말할 것도 없다. 하지만 이 게임의 최대 매력은 역시 절망과 증오 너머의 인간애를 그려낸 스토리이다. 사람에 따라 취향이 갈리는 건 어쩔 수 없다고 생각하지만, 여러모로 이 시대에 필요한 게임이었다고 생각.
  23. Prizman_
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    This is the most beautiful continuation of the first part. But not everyone will understand this game. Thanks Naughtydog :)
    Это прекраснейшее продолжение первой части. Но эту игру поймут не все. Спасибо Naughtydog :)
  24. woselsaltarin
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece, probably the best game of history in every way, im gonna start with the less important things in this game, the graphics and level of detail, it's of course a 11/10, all the scenarios are amazing, the facial expressions of all the characters, i've never seen something like that in any other game, the mechanics and animations are also amazing, i'd say a 9,5/10. And the story,A masterpiece, probably the best game of history in every way, im gonna start with the less important things in this game, the graphics and level of detail, it's of course a 11/10, all the scenarios are amazing, the facial expressions of all the characters, i've never seen something like that in any other game, the mechanics and animations are also amazing, i'd say a 9,5/10. And the story, of course it's a 10/10, i literally have no words to explain how good it is, the amount of feelings that i felt playing this game, love, hate, satisfaction, sadness, happiness, anguish, anger. it's a tide of feelings, and i never felt that with any other game, so for me, it's a 10/10… Expand
  25. Brick-Master
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    I’m obviously not surprised that Naughty left me speechless. As a huge fan of the series I can obviously confirm that this game is way more than a masterpiece, it’s just out of this world. It’s all about the cycle of violence and it’s consequential side to it. The unbelievably amazing psychological, emotional and philosophical story might not be for everyone (it’s perfect for me though)I’m obviously not surprised that Naughty left me speechless. As a huge fan of the series I can obviously confirm that this game is way more than a masterpiece, it’s just out of this world. It’s all about the cycle of violence and it’s consequential side to it. The unbelievably amazing psychological, emotional and philosophical story might not be for everyone (it’s perfect for me though) but no one can deny the blood, sweat and tears that were shed to create such a mind blowing game and experience… Expand
  26. Athreous
    Sep 15, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. While I understand that the first 2 hours of the game might hurt some people, Its really unfair to give this game something under 7.5...… Expand
  27. SoloNIckAMD
    Sep 15, 2020
    1
    I do not know what to say. the plot twists are awful. it is not clear what they have been doing for 7 years. apparently they did physics for ropes.
  28. ArnoPret
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    Graphical, gameplay and story is simply a masterpiece! The new mechanics are a breath of fresh air. The gameplay is so smooth with a steady framerate. The game is definitely one of the best looking ps4 games ever and such a joy to play.
  29. DMPlayin
    Sep 15, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A middle of the road score for a middle of the road movie masquerading itself as a game. I swear that after a battle between Ellie and the main antagonist, there was a 20+ minute cinematic of Ellie in her new life with only little bits of walking around to "herd the goats" or, having killed a rabbit (in the scene) walking back to the farm where she lives. That was the only control you had.

    The graphics and music score are amazing and if the game play lived up to them, it would easily be a 10/10. But they don't. And it isn't.

    I care about Ellie and Joel. I spent 15+ hours with them in the first game and wanted to see how things progressed with them again and Naughty Dog had a great opportunity to do so. The story could so easily have been Ellie finding out what Joel did at the end of the first game, running off and Joel chasing after her to bring her home. Cutting between the two characters alternately for varied game play.

    There became no chance of anything of the sort when Joel was killed but at that moment, I really, honestly and truthfully and wanted revenge against Abby, his murderer.

    I don't care about Abby at all and, midway through the game, you are forced to play as her. I found myself deliberately throwing her off of high places or leaving her to the infected just to see her die. I also found myself playing JUST to finish the game and get my 100GB of hard disk space back.

    All of the other characters are unmemorable and mostly unlikable as well. So I didn't. When they died (always scripted, no matter what you did) it meant nothing to me.

    The thing that really got me was exactly how linear the game is. There is a point where Ellie is chasing one of the gang who killed Joel into some spores. This girl is dead either way. Either Ellie kills her or the spores get her and she turns. The problem is, you don't get that choice. All you can do is continually press a button to cave her skull in. I don't expect Mass Effect like choices in a Naughty Dog game but I'd hope to have some choice along the way.

    So after all the hype, the misleading trailers and pre-purchase excitement, I can only give this "game" 5/10.    … Expand
  30. psycho1985
    Sep 15, 2020
    10
    i dont know hy user scores end up so low for some great games are they boycotting ps4 maybe xbox lovers who are angry that the game not releases on there platform i dont know but what i know is that last of us part 2 is another super exclusive this game is a awesome and the hraphics are amazing as the gameplay is 2 10/10 other reviews below 9 are amateurres they dont know anything of gaming
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Metascore
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Universal acclaim - based on 121 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 113 out of 121
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 121
  3. Negative: 0 out of 121
  1. GameMAG
    Sep 13, 2020
    90
    The Last of Us Part II is the high point of the PlayStation 4. The plot is controversial, but the game is the incredibly addictive adventure of Ellie, from which it is impossible to pull away from the opening and to the very end.
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  2. PLAY! Zine
    Sep 5, 2020
    93
    Not everyone is going to enjoy the motives of The Last of Us Part II. But if you try and manage to accept the subliminal and not so subtle messages as a fact that the world has gone awry and that people have the need to have somewhere or someone to belong to as their own way out, then... You will witness the boundaries of gaming expand. You will witness a true masterpiece.
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  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Sep 3, 2020
    75
    If you loved the original for its great characters and well-paced story – stay away from this game. However, if you’re aching to sink into the depths of depression, or just want to cut some throats and burn some zombies – Part II will deliver. [Issue#247, p.72]
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